Gauff Dismisses Raducanu and Advances to Quarterfinals in Rome
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After defeating Linette in the third round, Gauff continued her run in Rome by overpowering Raducanu in the Round of 16 (6-1, 6-2).
Following a one-sided first set, the American dominated once again in the next set to secure the match against the world No. 49. Converting 4 out of 9 break points and winning 74% of her first-serve points, the 21-year-old wrapped up the duel in 1 hour and 19 minutes.
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This was their second meeting after their clash at the 2023 Australian Open. Back then, the WTA No. 3 had also defeated her opponent in straight sets (6-3, 7-6).
The 2023 US Open champion now reaches her third quarterfinal in Rome and boasts eight wins in her last nine matches this season.
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